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H7814Introduced in the House

Requires prescription benefit managers to approve a specific medication prescribed by a doctor when supported by a notarized medical necessity letter and requires that any denial be reviewed and documented by a licensed medical expert.

IntroducedHouse Health & Human Services

Introduced by Charlene Lima, District 14

What does this bill do?

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Official description

FOOD AND DRUGS -- PRESCRIPTION BENEFIT MANAGER ACCOUNTABILITY ACT - Requires prescription benefit managers to approve a specific medication prescribed by a doctor when supported by a notarized medical necessity letter and requires that any denial be reviewed and documented by a licensed medical expert.

Where it stands

Introduced, referred to House Health & Human Services

February 26, 2026

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Bill history

  1. Introduced, referred to House Health & Human Services

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